
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stafford, CT from $600 (45 Rentals)
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Springville Mill

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Mount Vernon Apartments

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84 W Main St

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Meadowbrook Apartments

Perry Hill Apartments

752 Main St

Stoneledge Villa
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Mill Pond Village

Vernon Pines Apartments

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Knollwood

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Ledgecrest Apartments

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Highland Apartments

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Stonebridge

Willington Village Apartments

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Johnny Appleseed Apartments
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Palmer Gardens

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Sleeping Giant Apartments

Birch Hill Apartments

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Northgate/Southgate

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Pinney Brook

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Vernon Gardens

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Ashford Hills

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Woodbrook Townhomes

Shamrock West
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27 South St

115 High St

297 CT-32

2 Green St

Mar-Lea Park Apartments

33 South St

34 Joy St

Scitico Gardens
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Renwood Apartments

32 Joy St

Woods Edge

83-85-85 Wilmont St

Westar Apartments

109 High Street

189 Melrose Rd

325 Ashland Ave

37 Chase Ave
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Stafford, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stafford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| Stafford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,832 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Stafford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,160 | $1,250 | $3,995 |
| Stafford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $1,625 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Stafford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stafford, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Meadowbrook Apartments in the Ellington Somers Stafford Union neighborhood priced from $1,200. Perry Hill Apartments in the Mansfield Tolland Willington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stafford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Meadowbrook Apartments | 1 Bed Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Perry Hill Apartments | Renovated Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Mill Pond Village | One Bedroom Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,337 |
| Vernon Pines Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Knollwood | Standard 1 BD / 1 BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
| Ledgecrest Apartments | 1x1 575 | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Highland Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Stonebridge | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,480 |
| Johnny Appleseed Apartments | Executive One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stafford, CT and Nearby
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stafford area is the $1.81 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 bath Townhome Model at Fox Hill Commons in the in the Ellington Somers Stafford Union neighborhood starting from $2,140. The second greatest value Stafford apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Willington Village Apartments starting at $2,200 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Mansfield Tolland Willington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stafford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Fox Hill Commons | 2 Bedroom 1 bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.81 |
| Willington Village Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| Perry Hill Apartments | Classic Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| Woodlawn Apartments | 3 Bedroom Full Remodel | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Sleeping Giant Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Ashford Hills | Ashford 2B1B reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Birch Hill Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Highland Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Vernon Pines Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 84 W Main St | 84 W Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stafford Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stafford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stafford Apartment is $1,200 at Meadowbrook Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Stafford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Stafford is starting from $1,250 at Perry Hill Apartments.
What is the most affordable Stafford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Stafford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ledgecrest Apartments and starts from $1,700.
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